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Wendy Davis

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Lawyer & Democratic Politician; Founder of Deeds Not Words

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Wendy Davis Biography

Wendy Davis is a lawyer and Democratic Party politician from Fort Worth, Texas. She represented the 10th district in the Texas Senate from 2009 to 2015, and prior to that, she served on the Fort Worth City Council. In addition to her political career, Davis worked as a law clerk to U.S. District Judge Jerry Buchmeyer from 1993 to 1994, and practiced litigation as an attorney at Haynes & Boone. She also became part owner of Safeco Title Co. in 1999 and worked at the Fort Worth branch of First American Title until 2009.

During her tenure in the Texas Senate, Davis served on various Senate committees, including the Senate Select Committee on Open Government and the Senate Committee on Economic Development. She gained national attention in 2013 for a thirteen-hour filibuster to block Senate Bill 5, which included more restrictive abortion regulations for Texas. This filibuster played a pivotal role in delaying the passage of the bill beyond the midnight deadline for the end of the legislative session.

In 2014, Davis ran for Governor of Texas, but was defeated by the Republican Party nominee Greg Abbott. She attempted a political comeback in 2020, running for Texas's 21st congressional district, but was again defeated. Despite these setbacks, Davis has remained a prominent figure in Texas politics, known for her commitment to public education and veteran's issues. She worked to reduce the number of standardized tests given to students and successfully negotiated the first cost-of-living increase for retired teachers in more than a decade.

Davis founded Deeds Not Words, a nonprofit dedicated to women's empowerment that stands for women's social and economic opportunity, access to reproductive health, freedom from sexual assault, and equal representation in every space and at every level. In addition to her public service, Davis is a published author, having written a memoir titled "Forgetting to Be Afraid." She has also made numerous appearances in the media, including interviews with prestigious outlets like The New York Times and The Washington Post. Davis received her bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School.

Speaking Topics
  • Wolf-Whistle Politics: Taking Back the Conversation to Advance Women’s Rights

    Why has the women’s movement hit a logjam, and what can be done about it? With women now graduating from college at higher rates than men, why are they earning less than their male counterparts? Why do female political leaders still only make up 20 percent of the US House and Senate?

    As a single mother-turned-Harvard Law graduate, Wendy Davis has witnessed firsthand the unique challenges women face during her time as a Texas state senator and as Texas’ 2014 Democratic gubernatorial nominee. Davis introduces the dangers of “wolf-whistle politics,” coded language that seeks to minimize the power of the women’s movement, and provides fresh alternatives to divisive, battle-scarred rhetoric. With the same “we’re still standing” style that took her 2013 filibuster into the national spotlight, Davis outlines how the women’s movement can reignite the conversation and advance women’s equality—on its own terms.

  • Rising Up: From Single Mother to Harvard Law—How Every Woman Stands to Make a Difference

    Wendy Davis, a modern-day Texas heroine, appeared on the national scene as a State Senator during her 2013 filibuster that temporarily blocked devastating legislation seeking to limit women’s access to abortions and reproductive healthcare in the state of Texas. Before that, Davis fought tirelessly in the Texas legislature to further equality for women through education, fair lending, and equal pay initiatives. A single mother from humble beginnings who worked her way to Harvard Law, Davis shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity, fear, and self-doubt to reach these incredible heights and underscores the importance of how every woman’s story can make a difference.

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Forgetting to Be Afraid: A Memoir

Forgetting to Be Afraid: A Memoir

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    Speaking fees for Wendy Davis, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Wendy Davis are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wendy Davis, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Wendy Davis speak about?

  • Where does Wendy Davis travel from?

    Wendy Davis generally travels from Austin, TX, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
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    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Wendy Davis for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Wendy Davis for your next private or corporate function.
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    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Wendy Davis or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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Wendy Davis

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Lawyer & Democratic Politician; Founder of Deeds Not Words

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Wendy Davis Biography

Wendy Davis is a lawyer and Democratic Party politician from Fort Worth, Texas. She represented the 10th district in the Texas Senate from 2009 to 2015, and prior to that, she served on the Fort Worth City Council. In addition to her political career, Davis worked as a law clerk to U.S. District Judge Jerry Buchmeyer from 1993 to 1994, and practiced litigation as an attorney at Haynes & Boone. She also became part owner of Safeco Title Co. in 1999 and worked at the Fort Worth branch of First American Title until 2009.

During her tenure in the Texas Senate, Davis served on various Senate committees, including the Senate Select Committee on Open Government and the Senate Committee on Economic Development. She gained national attention in 2013 for a thirteen-hour filibuster to block Senate Bill 5, which included more restrictive abortion regulations for Texas. This filibuster played a pivotal role in delaying the passage of the bill beyond the midnight deadline for the end of the legislative session.

In 2014, Davis ran for Governor of Texas, but was defeated by the Republican Party nominee Greg Abbott. She attempted a political comeback in 2020, running for Texas's 21st congressional district, but was again defeated. Despite these setbacks, Davis has remained a prominent figure in Texas politics, known for her commitment to public education and veteran's issues. She worked to reduce the number of standardized tests given to students and successfully negotiated the first cost-of-living increase for retired teachers in more than a decade.

Davis founded Deeds Not Words, a nonprofit dedicated to women's empowerment that stands for women's social and economic opportunity, access to reproductive health, freedom from sexual assault, and equal representation in every space and at every level. In addition to her public service, Davis is a published author, having written a memoir titled "Forgetting to Be Afraid." She has also made numerous appearances in the media, including interviews with prestigious outlets like The New York Times and The Washington Post. Davis received her bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School.

Wendy Davis Speaking Topics

  • Wolf-Whistle Politics: Taking Back the Conversation to Advance Women’s Rights

    Why has the women’s movement hit a logjam, and what can be done about it? With women now graduating from college at higher rates than men, why are they earning less than their male counterparts? Why do female political leaders still only make up 20 percent of the US House and Senate?

    As a single mother-turned-Harvard Law graduate, Wendy Davis has witnessed firsthand the unique challenges women face during her time as a Texas state senator and as Texas’ 2014 Democratic gubernatorial nominee. Davis introduces the dangers of “wolf-whistle politics,” coded language that seeks to minimize the power of the women’s movement, and provides fresh alternatives to divisive, battle-scarred rhetoric. With the same “we’re still standing” style that took her 2013 filibuster into the national spotlight, Davis outlines how the women’s movement can reignite the conversation and advance women’s equality—on its own terms.

  • Rising Up: From Single Mother to Harvard Law—How Every Woman Stands to Make a Difference

    Wendy Davis, a modern-day Texas heroine, appeared on the national scene as a State Senator during her 2013 filibuster that temporarily blocked devastating legislation seeking to limit women’s access to abortions and reproductive healthcare in the state of Texas. Before that, Davis fought tirelessly in the Texas legislature to further equality for women through education, fair lending, and equal pay initiatives. A single mother from humble beginnings who worked her way to Harvard Law, Davis shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity, fear, and self-doubt to reach these incredible heights and underscores the importance of how every woman’s story can make a difference.

Wendy Davis Videos

  • The Unstoppable Wendy Davis on the Fight for Abortion Rights
    We sat down with former Texas state senator Wendy Davis to discuss the harsh abortion restrictions she famously filibustered in 2013 and the future...
  • Wendy Davis: "Deeds Not Words" | Talks at Google
  • Wendy Davis endorses Hillary Clinton

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  • How do I book Wendy Davis to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Wendy Davis for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Wendy Davis, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Wendy Davis or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Wendy Davis

    Speaking fees for Wendy Davis, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Wendy Davis are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wendy Davis, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Wendy Davis speak about?

  • Where does Wendy Davis travel from?

    Wendy Davis generally travels from Austin, TX, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Wendy Davis’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Wendy Davis for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Wendy Davis for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Wendy Davis or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Wendy Davis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Wolf-Whistle Politics: Taking Back the Conversation to Advance Women’s Rights and Rising Up: From Single Mother to Harvard Law—How Every Woman Stands to Make a Difference. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wendy Davis for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Wendy Davis generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Maya L. Harris, Barbara Boxer, Loretta Ross, Rebecca Walker and Donna Brazile. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wendy Davis for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Wendy Davis Speaking Topics

  • Wolf-Whistle Politics: Taking Back the Conversation to Advance Women’s Rights

    Why has the women’s movement hit a logjam, and what can be done about it? With women now graduating from college at higher rates than men, why are they earning less than their male counterparts? Why do female political leaders still only make up 20 percent of the US House and Senate?

    As a single mother-turned-Harvard Law graduate, Wendy Davis has witnessed firsthand the unique challenges women face during her time as a Texas state senator and as Texas’ 2014 Democratic gubernatorial nominee. Davis introduces the dangers of “wolf-whistle politics,” coded language that seeks to minimize the power of the women’s movement, and provides fresh alternatives to divisive, battle-scarred rhetoric. With the same “we’re still standing” style that took her 2013 filibuster into the national spotlight, Davis outlines how the women’s movement can reignite the conversation and advance women’s equality—on its own terms.

  • Rising Up: From Single Mother to Harvard Law—How Every Woman Stands to Make a Difference

    Wendy Davis, a modern-day Texas heroine, appeared on the national scene as a State Senator during her 2013 filibuster that temporarily blocked devastating legislation seeking to limit women’s access to abortions and reproductive healthcare in the state of Texas. Before that, Davis fought tirelessly in the Texas legislature to further equality for women through education, fair lending, and equal pay initiatives. A single mother from humble beginnings who worked her way to Harvard Law, Davis shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity, fear, and self-doubt to reach these incredible heights and underscores the importance of how every woman’s story can make a difference.

Wendy Davis Speaker Videos

  • The Unstoppable Wendy Davis on the Fight for Abortion Rights
    We sat down with former Texas state senator Wendy Davis to discuss the harsh abortion restrictions she famously filibustered in 2013 and the future of women's reproductive health.
    Wendy Davis: "Deeds Not Words" | Talks at Google
  • Wendy Davis endorses Hillary Clinton
    Wendy Davis addresses supporters

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